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- the present invention generally relates to a keyless device used to access vehicle features, and more particularly relates to a device that provides access to a limited set of vehicle features such as those typically required by a valet service.
- Portable electronic keyfob devices generally provide a driver with convenient, remote, keyless operation of a number of vehicle functions or “features.” Most keyfobs operate by sending a wireless signal to a sensor located within the vehicle that activates the specific function chosen by the driver.
- the features available on a keyfob generally include those commonly used to secure the vehicle from unauthorized use such as remote locking and unlocking of driver or passenger doors or trunk compartments, and remote ignition enablement. They may also include other features aimed primarily at enhancing user convenience such as storage of personal information, automated adjustable seat positioning, or even actuation of an alarm in panic situations. For greater convenience, some systems have been designed to allow passive entry and/or ignition via enablement from a master keyfob.
- a keyfob may have an ornate, jewelry-like design that includes a vehicle logo, owners may enjoy displaying them to associates as an example of vehicle quality or to showcase their pride of ownership.
- the temporary possession and limited function associated with a valet service therefore can be adequately served using a much less decorative and functionally versatile keyfob.
- a keyfob system that includes a secondary keyfob that provides keyless access to a limited set of vehicle features. It is also desirable to have a keyfob that is enabled to activate vehicle features only when needed, and that may safely remain in the vehicle when not in use. It is further desirable to have a keyfob that is feature programmable for customized use. Furthermore, other desirable features and characteristics of the present invention will become apparent from the subsequent detailed description and the appended claims, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and the foregoing technical field and background.
- a system for activating a predetermined set of vehicle features on a vehicle comprises a valet keyfob in wireless communication with the vehicle and configured to activate the predetermined set of vehicle features when enabled, and a first processor coupled to the vehicle and configured to enable the valet keyfob to activate the predetermined set of vehicle features.
- FIG. 1 is a plan view of a master keyfob having a valet function in accordance with a first exemplary embodiment
- FIG. 2 is schematic diagram illustrating the front of a valet keyfob in accordance with an exemplary embodiment
- FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram illustrating the rear of a valet keyfob in accordance with an exemplary embodiment
- FIG. 4 is a diagram of the components of a vehicular keyfob system to be used in conjunction with the keyfobs shown in FIGS. 1-3 ;
- FIG. 5 is a block diagram depicting components of an exemplary vehicle system to be used in conjunction with the keyfob system depicted in FIG. 4 ;
- FIG. 6 is a block diagram depicting components of an exemplary master keyfob to be used in conjunction with the keyfob system depicted in FIG. 4 ;
- FIG. 7 is a block diagram depicting components of an exemplary valet keyfob to be used in conjunction with the keyfob system depicted in FIG. 4 .
- keyfob and/or “electronic device” are intended to include these and other portable electronic apparatus, irrespective of whether or not it includes a through-hole for attachment of a key.
- keyfob or “electronic device” of the present invention, provided that it incorporates one or more of the various embodiments described herein.
- FIG. 1 is a plan view of a keyfob 20 , hereinafter referred to as the “master” keyfob, having a valet mode function in accordance with a first exemplary embodiment.
- Master keyfob 20 comprises a housing 22 having a closed-loop fixture 24 for conventional attachment to a keychain.
- An interface 42 comprising a plurality of buttons is provided for convenient user activation of various vehicle features and may include, for example, a door lock (L) button 26 , a door unlock (UL) button 28 , a remote start (S) button 30 , a trunk unlock (T) button 32 , a panic (P) button 34 , and a valet mode (V) button 37 .
- L door lock
- UL door unlock
- S remote start
- T trunk unlock
- P panic
- V valet mode
- Master keyfob 20 further comprises an optional display (e.g., a liquid crystal display) 38 that may visually represent an owner's personal information or information relating to the status of a vehicle (or vehicles) associated therewith. This information may include the vehicle's mileage, tire pressure, location, current fuel level, radio station settings, door lock status, and the like.
- a scroll wheel 39 may be mounted on a side of housing 22 and utilized to peruse such data. For example, a user may rotate scroll wheel 39 to navigate between vehicular features and depress scroll wheel 39 to select a desired feature and/or view status information.
- FIG. 2 is a schematic illustration of a second keyfob 50 , hereinafter known as a “valet” keyfob, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment.
- the valet keyfob 50 comprises a housing 54 that may have a closed-loop fixture 60 integrated into its base for attachment to a key ring or chain.
- Valet keyfob 50 includes a fixture 52 such as, for example, a standard USB plug that may be coupled with a receptacle disposed in the vehicle wherein valet keyfob 50 may be conveniently stowed when not in use.
- Valet keyfob 50 contains a set of buttons for prompting wireless activation of a predetermined set of vehicle features that may include but is not limited to: a door unlock (UL) button 56 , a door lock (L) button 58 , and a remote start (S) button 62 for enabling vehicle ignition.
- An additional utility (?) button 66 may also be included for activating an optional additional feature chosen at user discretion in a manner further described below.
- FIG. 3 schematically illustrates the reverse side of valet keyfob 50 in accordance with an exemplary embodiment.
- a mechanical bladed key 64 fitted for the ignition lock and/or a door lock may be encased and latched within body 54 for use when needed such as when wireless activation is inoperative. Bladed key 64 may be released by a button 68 accessible through the reverse side of body 54 .
- Valet keyfob 50 is designed for specialized use as will be described in further detail below, and may generally be enabled to activate fewer, and possibly different, vehicle features than master keyfob 20 .
- Valet system 10 is comprised of a vehicle system 100 , master keyfob 20 , and valet keyfob 50 , and is configured to provide a temporary user (such as a valet) with a secondary or valet keyfob for wireless activation of a limited, predetermined set of vehicle features.
- a temporary user such as a valet
- valet keyfob 50 allows the vehicle owner to retain possession of the primary or master keyfob 20 enabled with a primary, more complete set of vehicle features.
- the term “enabled” as applied to a keyfob means that user-prompted commands transmitted therefrom are recognized and exercised by vehicle system 100 .
- vehicle system 100 will respond by activating the door locking function.
- valet keyfob system 50 is not enabled, or is disabled, vehicle system 100 will take no action.
- vehicle system 100 is configured to interact in a well-know manner with master keyfob 20 and receive therefrom user-prompted wireless commands to activate a primary set of vehicle features such as those depicted in FIG. 1 .
- Vehicle system 100 may respond to master keyfob 20 by relaying a variety of vehicle and/or personal information. Further, communication between system 100 and master keyfob 20 is continuously enabled and provides a user thereof with on-command access to vehicle features without need for a specific enabling signal or command.
- vehicle system 100 interacts with valet keyfob 50 by receiving wireless commands therefrom to activate a predetermined set of vehicle features. However, as will be described in further detail below, vehicle system 100 responds to such commands only when valet keyfob 50 is enabled.
- valet keyfob 50 may become enabled via a signal generated within vehicle system 100 .
- master keyfob 20 when located within a predetermined distance of vehicle system 100 , may enable valet keyfob 50 by transmitting a signal that causes vehicle system 100 to become responsive to vehicle feature commands from valet keyfob 50 .
- FIG. 5 is a block diagram illustrating the various components of vehicle system 100 including their interactions with master keyfob 20 and valet keyfob 50 in accordance with an exemplary embodiment.
- System 100 comprises a processor 104 in communication with a transceiver 102 , an interface/display 106 , and a controller 108 , and receives power from a battery 112 .
- Processor 104 receives user-prompted commands from master keyfob 20 or valet keyfob 50 via transceiver 102 and, if the commanding keyfob is enabled, dispatches these commands to controller 108 for feature activation.
- Processor 104 may also transmit vehicle status signals to master keyfob 20 via transceiver 102 .
- a user may interact with processor 104 via interface/display 106 to conduct feature programming of valet keyfob 50 and/or access vehicle information.
- a user may program activation of least one feature among a set of vehicle features available for activation by valet keyfob 50 when enabled.
- Vehicle system 100 also comprises a receptacle 110 to provide a convenient location for stowing valet keyfob 50 when not in use such as in a glove box or a console recess.
- Receptacle 110 is compatible with housing 54 ( FIG. 2 ) of valet keyfob 50 and, in one exemplary embodiment, may furnish power for charging a battery.
- enablement of valet keyfob 50 is requested only when it is removed from receptacle 110 .
- processor 104 is configured to detect the presence of valet keyfob 50 in receptacle 110 , and is further configured to disable valet keyfob 50 when it is plugged into receptacle 110 .
- Valet keyfob 50 may be detected in receptacle 110 via either a microswitch, or via a capacitive, optical, or inductive sensor, or other means.
- FIG. 6 is a block diagram illustrating the various components of master keyfob 20 including their interactions with vehicle system 100 in accordance with an exemplary embodiment.
- Master keyfob 20 comprises a processor 136 operatively coupled to a transceiver 134 , a user display 132 , and an interface 140 . That is, processor 136 receives input commands from a user via interface 140 to activate vehicle features, and relays these requests to transceiver 134 for transmission to vehicle system 100 .
- Processor 136 is coupled to a display 132 whereby conveniently formatted vehicle and/or personal information received through transceiver 134 , may be displayed to a user.
- a battery 138 which may be rechargeable, is coupled to components of master keyfob 20 to provide power.
- master keyfob 20 may send an enabling signal to vehicle processor 104 ( FIG. 5 ) which responds by enabling valet keyfob 50 to activate a predetermined set of vehicle features.
- Master keyfob 20 may provide this wireless enabling signal to vehicle processor 104 in either of two instances: 1) actively, when a user depresses a valet mode button 37 ( FIG. 1 ) or, 2) passively, when vehicle transceiver 102 and master keyfob 20 are within a predetermined distance, and valet keyfob 50 is removed from vehicle receptacle 110 .
- vehicle transceiver 102 transmits a prompting signal to master keyfob 20 which responds with a signal sent through transceiver 102 to vehicle processor 104 enabling valet keyfob 50 .
- master keyfob 20 may transmit a disabling signal, activated through interface 140 , to vehicle processor 104 to disable valet keyfob 50 .
- Signals sent by master keyfob 20 may be encoded to identify their source to a recipient vehicle processor.
- FIG. 7 is a block diagram illustrating the various components of valet keyfob 50 including interactions thereof with vehicle system 100 and master keyfob 20 .
- Valet keyfob 50 comprises a processor 154 , a transmitter 152 , an interface 156 , and a battery 158 .
- User-prompted commands to activate vehicle features are entered through interface 156 and relayed to processor 154 . These commands are dispatched via transmitter 152 to vehicle transceiver 102 for activation by vehicle system 100 .
- a battery 158 which may be rechargeable, provides components of valet keyfob 50 with electrical power.
- valet keyfob 50 may include a plug 52 ( FIG. 2 ) for interacting with receptacle 110 ( FIG. 4 ) of vehicle system 100 to provide a convenient storage location thereby.
- battery 158 is rechargeable via receptacle 110 .
- receptacle 110 uses inductive coupling to recharge battery 158 .
- Valet keyfob 50 may be used to activate a predetermined set of vehicle features only if it is enabled.
- enablement requires that valet keyfob 50 first be removed from receptacle 110 , and subsequently that a signal of enablement be generated in either of the following three ways: 1) actively, from vehicle system 100 when a user activates an enabling command using the vehicle interface 106 ( FIG. 5 ), 2) actively, from master keyfob 20 through activation of a valet mode button 37 ( FIG. 1 ), or 3) passively, from master keyfob 20 when it is within a predetermined distance from vehicle system 100 and valet keyfob 50 has been removed from receptable 110 .
- Processor 104 may then respond to signals transmitted from valet keyfob 50 to activate the predetermined set of vehicle features.
- Valet keyfob 50 may be enabled to activate at least one vehicle feature in addition to the predetermined set that is programmed at user discretion via either vehicle interface 106 ( FIG. 5 ), or master keyfob interface 140 ( FIG. 6 ). Once enabled, valet keyfob 50 may command the predetermined set of vehicle features in addition to any user-programmed features.
- enabling signals originating from master keyfob 20 or vehicle system 100 are encrypted using a system of encryption such as, for example, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), or the like.
- AES Advanced Encryption Standard
- transmissions originating from valet keyfob 50 may also be encoded to identify them to vehicle processor 104 ( FIG. 5 ) as to their source.
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- The present invention generally relates to a keyless device used to access vehicle features, and more particularly relates to a device that provides access to a limited set of vehicle features such as those typically required by a valet service.
- Portable electronic keyfob devices generally provide a driver with convenient, remote, keyless operation of a number of vehicle functions or “features.” Most keyfobs operate by sending a wireless signal to a sensor located within the vehicle that activates the specific function chosen by the driver. The features available on a keyfob generally include those commonly used to secure the vehicle from unauthorized use such as remote locking and unlocking of driver or passenger doors or trunk compartments, and remote ignition enablement. They may also include other features aimed primarily at enhancing user convenience such as storage of personal information, automated adjustable seat positioning, or even actuation of an alarm in panic situations. For greater convenience, some systems have been designed to allow passive entry and/or ignition via enablement from a master keyfob.
- In some circumstances however, it may be advantageous to limit the quantity and scope of vehicle features accessible through a keyfob. For example, when using a valet service, drivers routinely surrender possession of a master keyfob capable of providing information and activating a plurality of features not required for the service. These may include access to lockable storage areas such as the trunk that, for security purposes, a driver may not wish to relinquish control over. Further, because keyfobs may have an ornate, jewelry-like design that includes a vehicle logo, owners may enjoy displaying them to associates as an example of vehicle quality or to showcase their pride of ownership. The temporary possession and limited function associated with a valet service therefore can be adequately served using a much less decorative and functionally versatile keyfob.
- It is desirable therefore to provide a keyfob system that includes a secondary keyfob that provides keyless access to a limited set of vehicle features. It is also desirable to have a keyfob that is enabled to activate vehicle features only when needed, and that may safely remain in the vehicle when not in use. It is further desirable to have a keyfob that is feature programmable for customized use. Furthermore, other desirable features and characteristics of the present invention will become apparent from the subsequent detailed description and the appended claims, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and the foregoing technical field and background.
- In accordance with an embodiment, by way of example only, a system for activating a predetermined set of vehicle features on a vehicle is provided. The system comprises a valet keyfob in wireless communication with the vehicle and configured to activate the predetermined set of vehicle features when enabled, and a first processor coupled to the vehicle and configured to enable the valet keyfob to activate the predetermined set of vehicle features.
- The present invention will hereinafter be described in conjunction with the following drawing figures, wherein like numerals denote like elements, and
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FIG. 1 is a plan view of a master keyfob having a valet function in accordance with a first exemplary embodiment; -
FIG. 2 is schematic diagram illustrating the front of a valet keyfob in accordance with an exemplary embodiment; -
FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram illustrating the rear of a valet keyfob in accordance with an exemplary embodiment; -
FIG. 4 is a diagram of the components of a vehicular keyfob system to be used in conjunction with the keyfobs shown inFIGS. 1-3 ; -
FIG. 5 is a block diagram depicting components of an exemplary vehicle system to be used in conjunction with the keyfob system depicted inFIG. 4 ; -
FIG. 6 is a block diagram depicting components of an exemplary master keyfob to be used in conjunction with the keyfob system depicted inFIG. 4 ; and -
FIG. 7 is a block diagram depicting components of an exemplary valet keyfob to be used in conjunction with the keyfob system depicted inFIG. 4 . - The following detailed description is merely exemplary in nature and is not intended to limit the invention or the application and uses of the invention. Furthermore, there is no intention to be bound by any expressed or implied theory presented in the preceding technical field, background, brief summary or the following detailed description. For convenience of explanation, the invention is described herein for the case of a keyfob used to control various aspects or “features” of a vehicle. But the invention is not limited to such a device and may be incorporated in portable phones, personal digital assistants (PDA), micro-computers, digital watches, digital audio file players (e.g., MP3 or MP4 players), digital video and/or DVD players, and other portable electronic devices. Accordingly, as used herein, the terms “keyfob” and/or “electronic device” are intended to include these and other portable electronic apparatus, irrespective of whether or not it includes a through-hole for attachment of a key. For the purposes of the present invention it does not matter what other electronic functions may be performed by the “keyfob” or “electronic device” of the present invention, provided that it incorporates one or more of the various embodiments described herein.
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FIG. 1 is a plan view of akeyfob 20, hereinafter referred to as the “master” keyfob, having a valet mode function in accordance with a first exemplary embodiment.Master keyfob 20 comprises ahousing 22 having a closed-loop fixture 24 for conventional attachment to a keychain. Aninterface 42 comprising a plurality of buttons is provided for convenient user activation of various vehicle features and may include, for example, a door lock (L)button 26, a door unlock (UL)button 28, a remote start (S)button 30, a trunk unlock (T)button 32, a panic (P)button 34, and a valet mode (V)button 37.Master keyfob 20 further comprises an optional display (e.g., a liquid crystal display) 38 that may visually represent an owner's personal information or information relating to the status of a vehicle (or vehicles) associated therewith. This information may include the vehicle's mileage, tire pressure, location, current fuel level, radio station settings, door lock status, and the like. Ascroll wheel 39 may be mounted on a side ofhousing 22 and utilized to peruse such data. For example, a user may rotatescroll wheel 39 to navigate between vehicular features and depressscroll wheel 39 to select a desired feature and/or view status information. -
FIG. 2 is a schematic illustration of asecond keyfob 50, hereinafter known as a “valet” keyfob, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment. Thevalet keyfob 50 comprises ahousing 54 that may have a closed-loop fixture 60 integrated into its base for attachment to a key ring or chain.Valet keyfob 50 includes afixture 52 such as, for example, a standard USB plug that may be coupled with a receptacle disposed in the vehicle whereinvalet keyfob 50 may be conveniently stowed when not in use.Valet keyfob 50 as shown contains a set of buttons for prompting wireless activation of a predetermined set of vehicle features that may include but is not limited to: a door unlock (UL)button 56, a door lock (L)button 58, and a remote start (S)button 62 for enabling vehicle ignition. An additional utility (?)button 66 may also be included for activating an optional additional feature chosen at user discretion in a manner further described below. -
FIG. 3 schematically illustrates the reverse side ofvalet keyfob 50 in accordance with an exemplary embodiment. A mechanical bladed key 64 fitted for the ignition lock and/or a door lock may be encased and latched withinbody 54 for use when needed such as when wireless activation is inoperative. Bladed key 64 may be released by abutton 68 accessible through the reverse side ofbody 54.Valet keyfob 50 is designed for specialized use as will be described in further detail below, and may generally be enabled to activate fewer, and possibly different, vehicle features thanmaster keyfob 20. - A schematic diagram of
valet system 10 is illustrated inFIG. 4 , and depicts a manner in which its various subcomponents interact in accordance with an exemplary embodiment.Valet system 10 is comprised of avehicle system 100,master keyfob 20, andvalet keyfob 50, and is configured to provide a temporary user (such as a valet) with a secondary or valet keyfob for wireless activation of a limited, predetermined set of vehicle features. The availability ofvalet keyfob 50 allows the vehicle owner to retain possession of the primary ormaster keyfob 20 enabled with a primary, more complete set of vehicle features. As used herein, the term “enabled” as applied to a keyfob (master or valet) means that user-prompted commands transmitted therefrom are recognized and exercised byvehicle system 100. For example, if a user depresses the door lock (L) button 58 (FIG. 2 ) onvalet keyfob 50 when enabled,vehicle system 100 will respond by activating the door locking function. However, ifvalet keyfob system 50 is not enabled, or is disabled,vehicle system 100 will take no action. - Referring again to
FIG. 4 ,vehicle system 100 is configured to interact in a well-know manner withmaster keyfob 20 and receive therefrom user-prompted wireless commands to activate a primary set of vehicle features such as those depicted inFIG. 1 .Vehicle system 100 may respond tomaster keyfob 20 by relaying a variety of vehicle and/or personal information. Further, communication betweensystem 100 andmaster keyfob 20 is continuously enabled and provides a user thereof with on-command access to vehicle features without need for a specific enabling signal or command. Similarly,vehicle system 100 interacts withvalet keyfob 50 by receiving wireless commands therefrom to activate a predetermined set of vehicle features. However, as will be described in further detail below,vehicle system 100 responds to such commands only whenvalet keyfob 50 is enabled. In one exemplary embodiment,valet keyfob 50 may become enabled via a signal generated withinvehicle system 100. In a further embodiment,master keyfob 20, when located within a predetermined distance ofvehicle system 100, may enablevalet keyfob 50 by transmitting a signal that causesvehicle system 100 to become responsive to vehicle feature commands fromvalet keyfob 50. -
FIG. 5 is a block diagram illustrating the various components ofvehicle system 100 including their interactions withmaster keyfob 20 andvalet keyfob 50 in accordance with an exemplary embodiment.System 100 comprises aprocessor 104 in communication with atransceiver 102, an interface/display 106, and acontroller 108, and receives power from abattery 112.Processor 104 receives user-prompted commands frommaster keyfob 20 orvalet keyfob 50 viatransceiver 102 and, if the commanding keyfob is enabled, dispatches these commands tocontroller 108 for feature activation.Processor 104 may also transmit vehicle status signals tomaster keyfob 20 viatransceiver 102. A user may interact withprocessor 104 via interface/display 106 to conduct feature programming ofvalet keyfob 50 and/or access vehicle information. In an exemplary embodiment, a user may program activation of least one feature among a set of vehicle features available for activation byvalet keyfob 50 when enabled. -
Vehicle system 100 also comprises areceptacle 110 to provide a convenient location for stowingvalet keyfob 50 when not in use such as in a glove box or a console recess.Receptacle 110 is compatible with housing 54 (FIG. 2 ) ofvalet keyfob 50 and, in one exemplary embodiment, may furnish power for charging a battery. In a further embodiment, enablement ofvalet keyfob 50 is requested only when it is removed fromreceptacle 110. Accordingly,processor 104 is configured to detect the presence ofvalet keyfob 50 inreceptacle 110, and is further configured to disablevalet keyfob 50 when it is plugged intoreceptacle 110.Valet keyfob 50 may be detected inreceptacle 110 via either a microswitch, or via a capacitive, optical, or inductive sensor, or other means. -
FIG. 6 is a block diagram illustrating the various components ofmaster keyfob 20 including their interactions withvehicle system 100 in accordance with an exemplary embodiment.Master keyfob 20 comprises aprocessor 136 operatively coupled to atransceiver 134, auser display 132, and aninterface 140. That is,processor 136 receives input commands from a user viainterface 140 to activate vehicle features, and relays these requests to transceiver 134 for transmission tovehicle system 100.Processor 136 is coupled to adisplay 132 whereby conveniently formatted vehicle and/or personal information received throughtransceiver 134, may be displayed to a user. Abattery 138, which may be rechargeable, is coupled to components of master keyfob 20 to provide power. In another exemplary embodiment,master keyfob 20 may send an enabling signal to vehicle processor 104 (FIG. 5 ) which responds by enablingvalet keyfob 50 to activate a predetermined set of vehicle features.Master keyfob 20 may provide this wireless enabling signal tovehicle processor 104 in either of two instances: 1) actively, when a user depresses a valet mode button 37 (FIG. 1 ) or, 2) passively, whenvehicle transceiver 102 andmaster keyfob 20 are within a predetermined distance, andvalet keyfob 50 is removed fromvehicle receptacle 110. In the latter instance,vehicle transceiver 102 transmits a prompting signal tomaster keyfob 20 which responds with a signal sent throughtransceiver 102 tovehicle processor 104 enablingvalet keyfob 50. In a further embodiment,master keyfob 20 may transmit a disabling signal, activated throughinterface 140, tovehicle processor 104 to disablevalet keyfob 50. Signals sent bymaster keyfob 20 may be encoded to identify their source to a recipient vehicle processor. -
FIG. 7 is a block diagram illustrating the various components ofvalet keyfob 50 including interactions thereof withvehicle system 100 andmaster keyfob 20.Valet keyfob 50 comprises aprocessor 154, atransmitter 152, aninterface 156, and abattery 158. User-prompted commands to activate vehicle features are entered throughinterface 156 and relayed toprocessor 154. These commands are dispatched viatransmitter 152 tovehicle transceiver 102 for activation byvehicle system 100. Abattery 158, which may be rechargeable, provides components ofvalet keyfob 50 with electrical power. As previously described,valet keyfob 50 may include a plug 52 (FIG. 2 ) for interacting with receptacle 110 (FIG. 4 ) ofvehicle system 100 to provide a convenient storage location thereby. In one exemplary embodiment,battery 158 is rechargeable viareceptacle 110. In a further embodiment,receptacle 110 uses inductive coupling to rechargebattery 158. -
Valet keyfob 50 may be used to activate a predetermined set of vehicle features only if it is enabled. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment, enablement requires thatvalet keyfob 50 first be removed fromreceptacle 110, and subsequently that a signal of enablement be generated in either of the following three ways: 1) actively, fromvehicle system 100 when a user activates an enabling command using the vehicle interface 106 (FIG. 5 ), 2) actively, frommaster keyfob 20 through activation of a valet mode button 37 (FIG. 1 ), or 3) passively, frommaster keyfob 20 when it is within a predetermined distance fromvehicle system 100 andvalet keyfob 50 has been removed fromreceptable 110.Processor 104 may then respond to signals transmitted fromvalet keyfob 50 to activate the predetermined set of vehicle features.Valet keyfob 50 may be enabled to activate at least one vehicle feature in addition to the predetermined set that is programmed at user discretion via either vehicle interface 106 (FIG. 5 ), or master keyfob interface 140 (FIG. 6 ). Once enabled,valet keyfob 50 may command the predetermined set of vehicle features in addition to any user-programmed features. In another embodiment, enabling signals originating frommaster keyfob 20 orvehicle system 100 are encrypted using a system of encryption such as, for example, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), or the like. In a further embodiment, transmissions originating fromvalet keyfob 50 may also be encoded to identify them to vehicle processor 104 (FIG. 5 ) as to their source. - While at least one exemplary embodiment has been presented in the foregoing detailed description, it should be appreciated that a vast number of variations exist. It should also be appreciated that the exemplary embodiment or exemplary embodiments are only examples, and are not intended to limit the scope, applicability, or configuration of the invention in any way. Rather, the foregoing detailed description will provide those skilled in the art with a convenient road map for implementing the exemplary embodiment or exemplary embodiments. It should be understood that various changes can be made in the function and arrangement of elements without departing from the scope of the invention as set forth in the appended claims and the legal equivalents thereof.
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